Cookie Policy

Last Updated: December 2025 | Effective Date: December 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how CatchHub ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website located at CatchHub (the "Website").

This Cookie Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the website owners.

Cookies allow a website to recognize your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions. They help us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Understand how you use our Website
  • Improve and personalize your experience
  • Analyze Website traffic and usage patterns
  • Ensure Website security and prevent fraud
  • Remember your game progress and scores in the Master Angler mini-game

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt-out of these cookies as they are necessary for the Website to work.

Examples:

  • Session management cookies
  • Security cookies
  • Load balancing cookies

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the way our Website works.

Examples:

  • Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to analyze Website usage. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about how visitors use our Website. This information is used to compile reports and help us improve the Website.
  • Page view tracking
  • User flow analysis

You can opt-out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or region) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.

Examples:

  • Language preferences
  • Game settings and preferences
  • User interface customization

3.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set through our Website by our advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites.

Note: We currently do not use advertising cookies, but this section is included for transparency if we add such features in the future.

4. Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics of the Website and deliver advertisements on and through the Website.

4.1 Google Services

We use Google services that may set cookies:

5. Cookie Duration

Cookies can be either "persistent" or "session" cookies:

  • Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session while you navigate through the Website.
  • Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They are used to remember your preferences and actions across the Website.

6. Your Cookie Choices

You have the right to accept or reject cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer.

6.1 Browser Settings

You can control and manage cookies in various ways. Please keep in mind that removing or blocking cookies can impact your user experience and parts of our Website may no longer be fully accessible.

Instructions for popular browsers:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
  • Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies

6.2 Opt-Out Tools

You can also opt-out of certain third-party cookies:

7. Cookies Used on Our Website

The following table provides more information about the cookies we use:

Cookie Name Purpose Type Duration
_ga Google Analytics - distinguishes users Analytics 2 years
_gid Google Analytics - distinguishes users Analytics 24 hours
game_session Stores game session data for Master Angler Functionality Session
cookie_consent Stores your cookie preferences Strictly Necessary 1 year

8. Local Storage and Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies such as:

  • Local Storage: To store game data and preferences locally on your device
  • Session Storage: To temporarily store information during your browsing session
  • Web Beacons: Small graphic images used to track user activity

These technologies work similarly to cookies and are subject to the same privacy considerations.

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

You are advised to review this Cookie Policy periodically for any changes.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Address: CatchHub HQ, 123 Thames Street, London, EC4R 3AB, United Kingdom
  • Phone: +44 20 1234 5678

11. First-Party vs Third-Party Cookies

Cookies can be classified as first-party or third-party cookies:

  • First-Party Cookies: These are set directly by our Website domain. We control these cookies and use them to provide core functionality and improve user experience.
  • Third-Party Cookies: These are set by domains other than our Website. Examples include Google Analytics cookies and cookies from embedded content like Google Maps.

Third-party cookies are subject to the privacy policies of the respective third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

12. Cookie Consent

When you first visit our Website, we may display a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies.

Your cookie preferences are stored in a cookie called "cookie_consent" so that we can remember your choices on future visits.

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:

  • Clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our Website
  • Adjusting your browser settings
  • Contacting us at [email protected]

13. Mobile Device Cookies

Cookies work similarly on mobile devices as they do on desktop computers. However, mobile browsers may have different settings and controls for managing cookies.

To manage cookies on mobile devices:

  • iOS Safari: Settings → Safari → Block All Cookies
  • Android Chrome: Chrome menu → Settings → Site settings → Cookies
  • Mobile Firefox: Menu → Settings → Privacy → Cookies

14. Flash Cookies and HTML5 Storage

In addition to traditional HTTP cookies, we may use:

  • Flash Cookies (Local Shared Objects): These are stored by Adobe Flash Player and can be managed through Adobe's website settings
  • HTML5 Local Storage: Used to store larger amounts of data locally on your device
  • HTML5 Session Storage: Similar to session cookies but stored differently

These technologies are managed separately from HTTP cookies and may require different settings to control.

15. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked.

Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals. Our Website does not currently respond to DNT browser signals or mechanisms.

However, you can control tracking through the cookie settings and opt-out tools described in this policy.

16. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our Website may not function properly:

  • You may need to re-enter information each time you visit
  • Your preferences may not be saved
  • Some interactive features may not work
  • Game progress in Master Angler may not be saved
  • Personalized content may not be available

Essential cookies are necessary for the Website to function, and disabling them may prevent you from accessing certain features.

17. Cookie Security

We take cookie security seriously:

  • We use secure, encrypted connections (HTTPS) to protect cookie data in transit
  • We implement appropriate security measures to protect against unauthorized access
  • We regularly review and update our cookie practices
  • We limit cookie access to authorized personnel only

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

18. Cookie Retention Periods

Different cookies have different retention periods:

  • Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain until their expiration date or until you delete them
  • Analytics Cookies: Typically retained for up to 26 months (Google Analytics default)
  • Preference Cookies: Retained until you change your preferences or delete them

You can see the specific retention period for each cookie in the table above.

19. Updates to Cookie List

We may add, remove, or modify cookies from time to time. When we make significant changes to our cookie usage, we will:

  • Update this Cookie Policy
  • Update the "Last Updated" date
  • Notify you through our Website or by email if the changes are material

We recommend reviewing this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our cookie practices.

20. Cookie Policy and Other Policies

This Cookie Policy should be read in conjunction with:

  • Privacy Policy - for information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal data
  • Terms of Service - for the terms governing your use of our Website

If there is any conflict between this Cookie Policy and our Privacy Policy, the Privacy Policy shall take precedence.

21. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Address: CatchHub HQ, 123 Thames Street, London, EC4R 3AB, United Kingdom
  • Phone: +44 20 1234 5678
  • Business Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM GMT

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable time frame, typically within 30 days.

22. More Information

For more information about cookies and how to manage them, you can visit:

23. Version History

This Cookie Policy was last updated on December 1, 2025. Previous versions of this Cookie Policy are available upon request.